Olton Friary Pre-school

Olton Friary Pre-school 140-150 St. Bernards Road, Olton, Solihull, West Midlands, B92 7BL

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 26 April 2017 14 April 2015

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 Managers, staff and committee members have high expectations and accurately evaluate the provision. They have devised and are implementing clear action plans to drive improvements forward in pursuit of excellence.  There is a very nurturing, homely and welcoming atmosphere throughout the pre- school. Children form close relationships with their key persons and other staff who look after them. This helps children to feel safe and emotionally secure.  Children are eager to play, explore and try out their ideas. They are engaged, happy and confident, helping them to foster a positive attitude towards future learning.  Staff identify when children are not reaching expected developmental milestones. They work effectively with other professionals and parents to work out how best to support children in catching up with their peers.  Staff inform parents about their children's progress and share ideas for activities to help

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This provision is good

enhance children's learning at home. Parents say they are impressed with the staff's knowledge of the children and express how confident they are in the care provided.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 Staff do not provide enough highly stimulating and wide ranging experiences for children who prefer to play and learn outdoors.  There is not enough focus on helping staff to enhance their professional development to gain expert skills . and raise the quality of their teaching to the highest levels.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 provide even more opportunities for children who prefer to be outdoors to build successfully on their learning in their chosen environment  enhance methods for staff to shape their professional development, gaining expertise and skills to help them deliver the highest quality teaching and promote excellent outcomes for children.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector spoke with staff and children during the inspection.  The inspector held a meeting with the pre-school manager and provider. She looked at relevant documentation and evidence of the suitability of staff working in the pre- school.  The inspector spoke to a number of parents and committee members during the inspection and took account of their views.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. Staff and parents are well informed about the procedure to follow if there are concerns about a child's welfare. This helps to protect children from harm both in the nursery and elsewhere. Robust recruitment arrangements help to ensure the suitability of those working with children. Regular meetings provide opportunities for staff to discuss ideas and share good practice. Morale is high and good teamwork is having a positive impact on the provision for children. Staff are appropriately deployed, they check the safety and suitability of the environment and resources and children are supervised well.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Key persons gather a good range of information from parents about what children already know and can do when they start at pre-school. They make initial assessments of children's starting points for learning and observe and monitor children's ongoing progress effectively. Staff are well -qualified, experienced and knowledgeable. They plan a variety of activities which are matched to children's abilities, interests and emerging needs and provide a good level of challenge. Staff frequently evaluate the experiences and opportunities they offer. This helps them to decide if they should revisit an activity, adapt their practice or introduce something new to ignite children's interests.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

There is a strong focus on promoting children's health and well-being. Children enjoy serving their own freshly prepared snacks which are matched to any special dietary requirements. They also benefit from fresh air and exercise, which positively contributes to a healthy lifestyle. Staff are good role models, use positive reinforcement and adopt a calm and relaxed manner. Children respond well to the consistent routines, gentle reminders and clear boundaries and are aware of the expectations for their behaviour. Staff frequently praise children for their efforts and achievements and encourage them to be kind, considerate and respectful. Children learn about different festivals and celebrations and enjoy meeting visitors to the pre-school.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make good progress and develop the key skills they need in readiness for their future learning, leaving pre-school well prepared for nursery or school. They communicate their needs and are becoming increasingly independent in taking care of themselves. Children are learning to be considerate, share and take turns, are eager to please, helping staff to tidy away resources when they have finished. They explore different opportunities to extend their learning and enjoy activities in small and large groups, such as listening to stories and joining in with music and movement sessions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 250104 Local authority Solihull Inspection number 1090257 Type of provision Sessional provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register Age range of children 2 - 4 Total number of places 26 Number of children on roll 23 Name of registered person Olton Friary Pre-School Committee

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Date of previous inspection 14 April 2015 Telephone number 07760 999477

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Olton Friary Pre-school was registered in 1985. The pre-school employs six members of childcare staff, all of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above, including one with qualified teacher status. The pre-school opens from Monday to Thursday during term time. Sessions are from 9.30am to 12.30pm. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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